From revolutionizing the way people experience their cities to empowering citizens to voice their concerns about their neighborhoods, the Global Innovation Series startup contestants proved their companies can improve urban life through tech innovation.

We’re pleased to announce the three winners for the Global Innovation Series startup contest. These winners will present onstage at the Global Innovation Series on July 16, 2012 in Berlin.

Mashable has brought our readers the Global Innovation Series to highlight the latest innovations in urban mobility. Presented by BMW i, which provides mobility services for the urban environment, this series covers a range of topics, from new forms of transportation to reimagining architecture, touching on technology that improves quality of life in cities around the world.

On July 16, 2012, Mashable and BMW i will unite in Berlin to bring the Global Innovation Series to life through a one-day event that will explore how technology can make cities more mobile and efficient.

Below, we’ve outlined the three startups that won our startup contest and will present their work onstage in Berlin.